In the Country of Deceit by Shashi Deshpande

In the Country of Deceit

Shashi Deshpande

259 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction reflective slow-paced
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Devayani chooses to live alone in the small town of Rajnur after her parents’ death, ignoring the gently voiced disapproval of her family and friends. Teaching English, creating a garden and making friends with Rani, a former actress who settles i...

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Moods

emotional 100%
hopeful 100%
reflective 100%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

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